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D.C. Witness Staff
- October 16, 2020
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An Oct. 16 sentencing was delayed to allow more time to clarify the sentencing guidelines.
Russell Williams pleaded guilty to sexual solicitation on July 20. He was originally charged with fleeing from a law enforcement officer, assault with a dangerous weapon, destruction of property, unlawful possession of a firearm with a prior conviction, carrying a pistol without a license outside of the home and business, possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance while armed, possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, possession of an unregistered firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, resisting arrest, reckless driving and not having a valid permit in February. The charges were dropped.
During his hearing, there was confusion on the sentencing parameters applicable to Williams, 27, case. Judge Judith Smith rescheduled the hearing for Dec. 11 to allow the parties to review sentencing guidelines, and reach a resolution.
At that time, Williams will also have a probation show cause hearing for two previous convictions. He received probation for carrying a pistol without a license in a 2016 case, and the possession of an unregistered firearm in a 2017 case.